It’s in the nature of the game that you’ll be forced to deal with some level of risk in operating your small business. While some commercial pitfalls can be avoided, many are inescapable and require...

Several months ago, we stopped looking for new customers. Gasp! I know a complete sin, right? I mean honestly, I was embarrassed. But I had no choice. Here's how it went down.

Starting a new business can be an exciting time, but it’s also a little scary. There are no guarantees your business will be successful. If you get a solid start and work hard, though, you might...

Making the decision to close a business can be difficult, especially if you have partners or a board of directors to consult with. When the decision to dissolve the business is final, there are some...

As one of the few business resources that are truly finite, your time is irreplaceable. And while it’s almost an unspoken law that the average entrepreneur will shoulder the brunt of the work that...

Credit sometimes gets a bad rap in the world of business because it’s associated with debt. Even novice business owners know you want to keep your debt low and your revenue high. Limiting overhead...

Your online business reputation can be one of your most important intangible assets. Today, when customers want to order a product or service, they're very likely to check online to determine whether...

Business and finance are two interdependent fields yet two separate disciplines. Running a business often means focusing on day to day operations and developing a product line or menu of services...

If you're selling your business, you may be doing so because you wish to open another company. If you want to protect your ability to open a new venture in the same industry or area, you'll need to...